2004 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Safari | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
